1976 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |